Child care is private service and child care centres need to be contacted directly via www.childcarefinder.gov.au
For other education available go to www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au
Long day care - centre-based services
Long day care services provide care or education for children on an all-day or part-time basis. Care is provided mainly for children aged between 0-6 years old, although some services provide care for limited numbers of primary school-age children before and after school and during school holidays. Long day care services employ qualified staff and some services also offer a kindergarten program. There are community based services and also privately owned services.
Occasional care
Occasional child care services provide flexible care and learning experiences for children from birth to school age. Families can access occasional care regularly or just when needed. Services are provided in a range of settings including neighbourhood houses and sports and leisure facilities for short periods of time. Occasional care services employ qualified staff.
Family Day Care
Before and after school care/vacation care
These services provide care and supervised activities for primary aged children during school terms at the beginning of school hours and after school hours. Children are encouraged to be creative and make their own choices. Children are challenged and stimulated while interacting with their friends.